Economic Development Plan Consultant Job at GuruSchools, Woodstock, GA

  • GuruSchools
  • Woodstock, GA

Job Description

Economic Development Plan Consultant

Company: Guru Consulting LLC

Client: Public Sector (Municipal Government)

Industry: Government Consulting | Economic Development | Urban & Community Planning

Job Summary

Guru Consulting LLC is seeking an experienced Economic Development Plan Consultant to support a municipal government in developing a comprehensive Economic Development Plan Update. The consultant will lead strategic planning initiatives, conduct economic and demographic analysis, engage community stakeholders, and develop actionable recommendations that promote sustainable economic growth, business development, workforce resilience, and long-term community prosperity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and update of a municipal Economic Development Plan.

  • Conduct economic, demographic, and market research to identify growth opportunities.

  • Perform SWOT and competitive market analysis.

  • Facilitate stakeholder interviews, workshops, focus groups, and public meetings.

  • Engage local businesses, community organizations, elected officials, and regional partners.

  • Develop strategic goals, implementation strategies, and measurable performance metrics.

  • Prepare economic reports, presentations, and executive-level recommendations.

  • Create implementation roadmaps, funding strategies, and project prioritization plans.

  • Present findings to municipal leadership and advisory committees.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban Planning, Economic Development, Public Administration, Business, or a related field.

  • 5+ years of experience in economic development, strategic planning, or municipal consulting.

  • Experience preparing comprehensive plans or economic development strategies for public sector clients.

  • Strong knowledge of community engagement and stakeholder facilitation.

  • Excellent analytical, report writing, and presentation skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple project phases and meet government deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

  • CEcD (Certified Economic Developer)

  • AICP Certification

  • Experience with municipal comprehensive planning

  • Grant writing and economic revitalization experience

  • GIS or data visualization experience is a plus

Employment Details

  • Contract Type: Project-Based Consulting

  • Work Authorization: Authorized to work in the United States

  • Client Industry: Local Government / Economic Development

Skills

Economic Development, Strategic Planning, Urban Planning, Community Development, Municipal Planning, Public Administration, Stakeholder Engagement, Market Research, SWOT Analysis, Economic Analysis, Government Consulting, Project Management, CEcD, AICP, Community Revitalization.

Job Tags

Contract work, Local area

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